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Review by Niamheen

Rating: 4.00
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Definitely one of London's worst kept secrets, Gordon's is a gorgeous wine bar tucked away in a cellar in Embankment. It has a great wine selection, a very decent cheese selection, and other bites that will work well with a fine bottle. Service is very friendly, it's a difficult place to leave! Especially if you've managed to get one of those lovely tables by candlelight.

The only downside is that it get's so busy! It can be impossible to get in the door on a busy night, however, there's ample space outside to indulge in your tipple.

Ah, Gordon's, it's a London institution, and, dare I say it, you're not a proper Londoner if you haven't been there.]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2008 15:03:15 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/137q571570487186 Niamheen 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/145lp7
Review by tigerhobbes

Rating: 4.00
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Every time I'm in London I make sure to head here on the night before I leave. It's absolutely perfect for de-stressing (well, after you've found a table, anyway!) and will leave you relaxed and hopefully a bit tipsy at the end of the evening. The biggest boon of this place is its fantastic wine selection - excellent value bottles and equally good vintages if you're willing to spend. They also serve sherry which is a refreshing change, too. The atmosphere is undoubtedly the second greatest attraction - it's got a candlelit, almost Victorian style essence to it, and if it weren't always very busy it would be pretty easy to stay all night in peace. Other wine bars tend to focus on young people, with music, noisy crowds, etc. but Gordon's seems to attract an older bunch which is good in my book! The bottom line: go here if you're after a relaxed evening - not a noisy night out.]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:11:41 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/145lp7468899693 tigerhobbes 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1b9ku7
Review by tapdancingcat

Rating: 4.00
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Always packed, i find i spend half the evening waiting to ponce on a table as soon as it is vacated, but this is made up for the atmosphere once you have the table, and the amazing wine. The stoney arches and the dim candle light makes this busy little bar feel like a diffeant world, well worth a visit]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:22:22 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1b9ku7626600524 tapdancingcat 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1s0i28
Review by Alba58

Rating: 5.00
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What can I say? Was introduced to this bar ona romantic meeting :-) Can't wait to have another! But back to the task in hand!
This is such at an atmospheric place with the added bonuses of good wine and food! As a previous reviewer said..No lager louts..superb! Close to the river for a romantic walk before or after visit...... it's perfect! The cellar is so cosy and subtle.... blokes ...if you want to impress...this is THE place to go without breaking the bank!!!! take me take me!
having said all that...I'd happily go with mates fro a lunch time drink/food as a break from the shopping...though would probably end up staying there for rest of day ( now there's another idea blokes! lol)
I just wish there were more of these places around!]]> Thu, 04 Sep 2008 11:26:34 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1s0i281376643340 Alba58 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1q8ed7
Review by sparklepants

Rating: 5.00
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I love, love, LOVE this place. It has absolutely bundles of character! With a fantastic wine list comprising of affordable (starting at around £14) bottles right through to pure indulgent ones! They have a great selection of cheeses, cold meats, pickles and breads to accompany a bottle or two! Perfect for a relaxed afternoon, away from the hustle and bustle of central London. The candle lit cellar makes a perfect romantic setting. Get there early so you can grab a table, they donâ¬"t allow bookings unfortunately. Itâ¬"s very easy to miss as itâ¬"s so make sure you keep your eyes peeled!]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:37:20 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1q8ed7912035954 sparklepants 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1b4ez7
Review by rich42uk

Rating: 4.00
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Now this is a date venue if ever there was one... The wine-only bar ensures that the usual lager jackasses aren't in attendence and the dark, candlelit cellars are conducive to getting close...

Beyond that though, it's one of the few places that serve Port, Sherry and other fortified wines by both the glass and bottle and what's more doesn't break the bank. The wine list in general is so wide as to be a little bit intimidating but the bar staff and knowledgable and helpful when it comes to ordering.

If the hot and sometimes sweaty cellar is too much, it's also got a nice outdoors area overlooking the park by Embankment tube. Food is served too and looks good, but I've not actually sampled it myself.]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:54:04 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1b4ez71911028406 rich42uk 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1m4aq7
Review by chrisp

Rating: 4.00
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If you are ever lucky or early enough to get a table, Gordon's is a fascinating slice of grimy London history and a fantastic place to bring timid foreign tourists, if only to freak them out so much they'll want to get on the next plane home. It's literally a shallow, sweaty cave underneath Charing Cross station which sells port, wine and cheese by candlelight, and has to be seen to be believed. Trusted Places' "underground" keyword has never been so apt.]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:03:50 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1m4aq7214691760 chrisp 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1c46y8
Review by NickR

Rating: 5.00
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If you want to take a visitor to London anywhere, then I recommend this. They won't beleive it passes any health regs at all and that you are actually allowed in. It has character oozing from every crack and peeling of paint.
This is the best and last great winery in London. There is a dark dank under pavement cellars that you practically have to crawl down. Fantastic, you can drink port by the pint! If you get there and stay sober long enough you may even line your stomach with some fantastic cheese and bread, which I can heartily recommend. Saved me more than once. Great quality cheeses and breads and classically simple.
I love this place.]]> Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:10:46 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1c46y8783107825 NickR 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1105k8
Review by DanWilkinson

Rating: 4.00
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Without a doubt my favourite bar in London, with character in spades and a storming (and decently-priced) wine list to boot. Their food is apparently really good too - I've grazed the cheese board a little and they were exceptionally well-kept, which bodes well for the rest of the menu.

It's a shame it's so rammed all the time, but that's the price of success I suppose, and somehow standing shoulder to shoulder with complete strangers whilst bent double under a strangely moist ceiling in semi-darkness is part of Gordons' unique charm. If you're heading here in the evening, pray for clement weather, when you can stand outside and maintain your own personal space to some degree.

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Review by jo104

Rating: 3.00
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And now for something completely different - this quaint wine bar really makes you feel like you are in the depths of London's underground network. The entrance to the wine bar is down some steep stairs and the seating area extends into a cave like area. It was packed when we stopped by for a post theatre glass of wine and this was a monday evening. It does get especially hot under the arches perhaps this is what makes it a good place for a date. The rickety tables and candlelight add to the ambience of this wine bar.

Wine is severved in measures from as small as 12cl, the house red was smooth and delicious. They do serve food, however we did not indulge. ]]> Tue, 09 Oct 2007 10:10:16 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1x94371068721916 jo104 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1h44y8
Review by jedc

Rating: 5.00
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Gordon's is an absolute treasure of an establishment. Unfortunately, it's the worst-kept secret in town, and it seems that every time I've managed to get there recently it's been absolutely jam-packed.

If it's summertime, the small outdoor area is a beautiful place to share some bottles of wine with friends. If you're looking for a cozier time, try to get one of the tables inside that seems to have been only recently dug out of the ground. (Very cave-like, and VERY low ceilings.)

As for the wine menu, it's fantastic. Lots of variety, and good value for money.

This is one of the more unique central London establishments I've been to, and heartily recommend it.]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2007 16:12:53 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1h44y81929482816 jedc 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1273n7
Review by lenalouise

Rating: 4.00
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Definately somewhere to go if you want to escape real life and pretend you're in a pub on diagon alley!

Very cosy, intimate and the darkness helps if you don't like your date!

Extremely delicious wines, even the house wines are great.

The food is ideal to help settle your stomach when you order bottle after bottle...

A must try if you haven't already :D]]> Wed, 13 Jun 2007 12:46:23 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1273n7792344079 lenalouise 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1r0228
Review by Angel_Bury

Rating: 5.00
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Fist sized scotch eggs! mmm tasty, but they're not the main pull to Gordon's. This Fagin's lair of a wine bar is best enjoyed on a rainy afternoon, holed up away from all the loopy tourists, sipping a glass or ten by candelight. The last time I was here we made friends with a very cute cat, so bonus points there. Alas for Gordon's though - the secret is out, it's busy as a Japanese beaver most evenings so cosy conspiritorial tables are hard to bag. And yes you WILL bang your head on the ceiling...love it!]]> Wed, 23 May 2007 20:44:10 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1r0228650168980 Angel_Bury 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1f9228
Review by amandakate

Rating: 4.00
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Love this place - went with a few mates for a bottle of vin or two later in the evening. What fun we had spotting all the people who were clearly having affairs. Not only is it dark, candlelit and intimate, but it also has the added bonus of no mobile phone signal whatsoever, meaning you have to talk to the people you're with which makes a refreshing change.

It's got a definite Dickensian feel and I wouldn't have been surprised to have seen Bill Sykes and Bullseye sitting moodily at the bar.

At 5'4" even I had to mind my head on the low ceilings so be a bit careful after a few glasses.]]> Sun, 06 May 2007 13:15:03 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1f92281006949999 amandakate 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1l81u8
Review by tristan

Rating: 5.00
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Best place to drink around the Embankment. Full of character. Low ceilings under the barrel vaults makes for an intimate candlelight rendezvous.]]> Thu, 08 Mar 2007 20:13:15 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1p75e7/gordon-s-wine-bar/1l81u8160219171 tristan 51.507462751492 -0.12386668469602